With the introduction of the new apprenticeship "Vegetarian Culinary Specialist", Austria is setting a striking example in the field of plant-based nutrition. As the European champion of vegans with a share of 5% of the population, the country is now also setting new standards in vegetarian cooking training in an international context. The Vegan Society Austria is proud of this step, which not only represents a further development of gastronomic training, but also sends a signal to the entire industry to take the demand for meat-free, plant-based dishes seriously. "Austria can be proud: With 5% of people living vegan, Austria is European champion and, as of today, even world champion in terms of meat-free cooking training!", says Felix Hnat, chairman of the Vegan Society Austria, delighted with the introduction of this new professional qualification. The high proportion of people living vegan in Austria is not only an expression of a societal development towards a more conscious diet, but also a result of years of efforts by organizations such as the Vegan Society, which are committed to spreading plant-based lifestyles. The necessity and success of the “Vegucation” project The “Vegucation” project, which was launched by the Vegan Society of Austria and its vocational partner schools, has achieved remarkable success in recent years. 43 partner schools have already recognized the demand for knowledge and skills in plant-based cooking and have developed corresponding courses. The positive response to the project underlines the trend towards greater consideration of vegetarian and vegan nutrition in gastronomy training. “The apprenticeship is the logical conclusion!” emphasizes Lisa Klein,

On February 14 and 15, 2025, the "Theaterhotel" in the Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen invites you to an extraordinary experience. Under the motto "Entertainment with Attitude", two extraordinary events will be presented that not only inspire culturally and culinary, but also support a charitable cause. By combining music, art and gastronomy, the charity event aims to promote the development aid project "Stein auf Stein", which supports disadvantaged families in the Indian village of Vellaturu. With a varied program consisting of a concert evening and a cultural lunch, the event offers an unforgettable experience for all the senses - and all in the service of a good cause. An evening concert of a special kind The first highlight of the "Theaterhotel" will take place on Friday, February 14, 2025. At 19 p.m., the Strottern and the Velvet Elevator Orchestra invite the audience to an unforgettable concert evening. The Strottern, a Viennese acoustic duo, have made it their mission to bring the traditional Viennese song into the modern age. Their mixture of Viennese songs and modern sounds, which include jazz and old music, creates a unique atmosphere. They are accompanied by the Velvet Elevator Orchestra, a 00-person retro film orchestra that has become known for its arrangements of film and television music from the past decades. The Strottern and the orchestra have been performing together since 16 and have already gained a loyal fan base at their concerts. The evening will be accompanied by an aperitif in the foyer of the Hotel Savoyen, and during the break, guests can treat themselves to drinks and rolls. The concert promises a musical experience that will appeal to both